Buy Euro Truck Simulator 2: 75% Off Until October 1
Euro Truck Simulator 2 is 75% off on Steam, down from $19.99 to $4.99 until October 1. Exact prices, bundle and DLC deals, PC requirements, and buying steps.
Buy Euro Truck Simulator 2: 75% Off Until October 1
Published: September 26, 2026 · Updated: September 26, 2026
Euro Truck Simulator 2 is on a Steam "Special Promotion" at 75% off, dropping the base game from $19.99 to $4.99. According to the official Steam store page, the offer ends on October 1.
This article covers the exact prices, what the game includes, the bundle and DLC discounts, system requirements, and how to buy it before the deal ends. Prices listed are in USD as shown on the Steam store at the time of writing; Steam may display a different regional price in your country.
How much does Euro Truck Simulator 2 cost during the promotion?
The base game costs $4.99 during the promotion, down from its regular price of $19.99. That is a 75% discount, saving $15.00.
| Item | Regular Price | Discount | Promo Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Euro Truck Simulator 2 (base game) | $19.99 | -75% | $4.99 |
Source: Steam – Euro Truck Simulator 2. The store labels the deal "Special Promotion! Offer ends October 1."
What is Euro Truck Simulator 2?
Euro Truck Simulator 2 (ETS2) is a truck driving and transport business simulation developed and published by SCS Software. It was released on October 18, 2012, for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Players deliver cargo between cities across Europe, earn money, and grow a trucking company. The base game includes cities in countries such as the UK, Belgium, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, and Poland.
Game details at a glance
| Developer / Publisher | SCS Software |
|---|---|
| Release date | October 18, 2012 |
| Genre | Simulation, Indie |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, SteamOS + Linux |
| Languages | 30 supported interface languages |
| Steam Achievements | 106 |
| Metacritic score | 79 |
| Available DLC | 108 items |
Key features listed by the developer
- Transport a wide range of cargo across more than 60 European cities.
- Run a business that grows as you complete deliveries.
- Build a fleet: buy trucks and garages, hire drivers, and manage profits.
- Tune trucks for performance and appearance (lights, bars, horns, beacons, exhausts).
- Drive real-world road networks with hundreds of recognizable landmarks.
- Play online with friends in Convoy multiplayer mode.
Steam features supported
The game supports Single-player, Online Co-op, Steam Achievements, Steam Trading Cards, Steam Workshop, Steam Cloud, a level editor, Remote Play (phone, tablet, and Together), and Family Sharing.
What do players and critics say?
Steam user reviews rate the game "Overwhelmingly Positive." On the store page, 97% of 145,813 English user reviews are positive, and 96% of 5,500 reviews from the last 30 days are positive.
| Source | Score |
|---|---|
| Steam English reviews (all time) | 97% positive (145,813 reviews) |
| Steam recent reviews (last 30 days) | 96% positive (5,500 reviews) |
| Metacritic | 79 |
| PC Gamer | 85/100 |
| Gaming Nexus | 95/100 |
Steam notes that periods of off-topic review activity are excluded from the score. The store page also shows 2,277 curator reviews.
Which bundle is worth buying: Premium, Deluxe, or Ultimate?
All three official editions are also discounted. The right choice depends on how many map expansions you want; the base game at $4.99 is the lowest-cost entry point.
| Edition | Items | Bundle Discount | Total Value | Your Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base game | 1 | -75% | $19.99 | $4.99 |
| Premium Edition | 12 | -40% (-53% total) | $50.33 | $23.54 |
| Deluxe Edition | 18 | -45% (-50% total) | $91.20 | $45.19 |
| Ultimate Edition | 35 | -50% (-50% total) | $115.83 | $57.37 |
What each edition adds
- Premium (12 items): base game plus map expansions Going East!, Scandinavia, and Greece, plus cargo, cosmetic, and tuning packs.
- Deluxe (18 items): everything in Premium plus Vive la France!, Italia, Road to the Black Sea, West Balkans, Heavy Cargo Pack, and Farm Machinery.
- Ultimate (35 items): adds Beyond the Baltic Sea and Iberia, plus a large set of paint job packs.
Steam bundles charge only for items you do not already own, so the final price can be lower if you already have some DLC.
Which DLC are discounted right now?
Most major map expansions are 50% off, from $17.99 to $8.99 each. Selected discounts shown on the store page:
| DLC | Regular | Discount | Promo Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Going East! | $9.99 | -50% | $4.99 |
| Scandinavia | $17.99 | -50% | $8.99 |
| Vive la France! | $17.99 | -50% | $8.99 |
| Italia | $17.99 | -50% | $8.99 |
| Beyond the Baltic Sea | $17.99 | -50% | $8.99 |
| Road to the Black Sea | $17.99 | -50% | $8.99 |
| Iberia | $17.99 | -50% | $8.99 |
| West Balkans | $17.99 | -50% | $8.99 |
| Greece | $11.99 | -30% | $8.39 |
| Nordic Horizons | $17.99 | -10% | $16.19 |
Several truck DLC are free, including DAF XF Electric, Volvo FH Series 5 and 6, Iveco S-Way, Scania S BEV, Renault Trucks E-Tech T, MAN TGX, DAF XD, and DAF XG/XG+. Source: Steam DLC list.
Can your PC run Euro Truck Simulator 2?
On Windows, the minimum requirement is a 64-bit Windows 10 PC with 8 GB RAM and a GTX 660–class GPU. The base game needs 25 GB of storage.
| Component | Minimum (Windows) | Recommended (Windows) |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 64-bit | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-6400 / AMD Ryzen 3 1200 | Intel Core i5-9600 / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM | 12 GB RAM |
| Graphics | GTX 660 / RX 460 / Intel HD 630 (2 GB VRAM) | GTX 1660 / RX 590 (2 GB VRAM) |
| Storage | 25 GB | 25 GB |
macOS requires macOS 11 (Big Sur) or later. Linux lists Ubuntu 12.04 with recent binary ATI or NVIDIA drivers; the store notes that MESA drivers may not work reliably. A free demo (Euro Truck Simulator 2 Demo) is available on Steam if you want to test performance first.
How do you buy Euro Truck Simulator 2 on Steam?
Buy it directly from the Steam store before October 1 to get the $4.99 price.
- Open the Euro Truck Simulator 2 Steam page.
- Sign in to your Steam account, or create one for free.
- Choose the base game or one of the editions, then click Add to Cart.
- Complete checkout with a payment method supported in your region.
- Install the game from your Steam Library.
What is World of Trucks?
World of Trucks is SCS Software's optional online community service. Registration is not required to play the game.
It lets players share in-game Photo Mode screenshots, save favorite images, view the developer's "Editor's Pick" selections, and upload a custom avatar and license plate for use in the game.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the Euro Truck Simulator 2 discount end?
The Steam store page states the offer ends on October 1. Steam does not show the exact hour on the store listing text.
How much is Euro Truck Simulator 2 on sale?
$4.99 (USD), down from $19.99, a 75% discount. Regional prices may differ.
Is multiplayer included in the base game?
Yes. Convoy multiplayer mode and Online Co-op are listed as features of the base game.
Does Euro Truck Simulator 2 support mods?
Yes. The game supports Steam Workshop and includes a level editor.
Is there a free demo?
Yes. Steam offers "Euro Truck Simulator 2 Demo" as a free download.
Can I get a refund if the game does not run well?
Steam's refund policy allows refund requests for purchases made within 14 days with less than 2 hours of playtime.
How many DLC are available?
The Steam store lists 108 DLC items. Buying all DLC at current prices totals $199.74.
Sources
- Steam Store – Euro Truck Simulator 2 (accessed September 26, 2026)
- Steam – Euro Truck Simulator 2 DLC
- Steam Refunds Policy
- Euro Truck Simulator 2 official website
